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chaitya Meaning & Definition

Phonetic codes: CH EY1 T Y AH0

What Does Chaitya Mean?

Chaitya is used as a noun meaning A Buddhist or Jain shrine including a stupa.

Chaitya Definition (Noun)

  1. A Buddhist or Jain shrine including a stupa.

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Word Forms & Grammar

chaitya (plural chaityas)

Origin of Chaitya

From Sanskrit चैत्य (caitya, “hall, temple, or place of worship”).

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